Public Realm Enforcement Officer

We are looking for a confident, motivated and community-focused Public Realm Enforcement Officer to join our Public Safety service. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will play a key part in protecting Cambridge's streets, open spaces and neighbourhoods by preventing, investigating and enforcing against a wide range of environmental offences. You will help keep our city clean, safe and welcoming for residents, businesses and visitors. As a Public Realm Enforcement Officer, you will:

• Investigate, and enforce against environmental offences such as littering, fly tipping, waste issues, illegal advertising, defacement, and abandoned or nuisance vehicles.
• Carry out statutory duties for stray dogs, dog control and dog fouling, and enforce relevant City Council Byelaws, Orders and Public Spaces Protection Orders.
• Support multi-agency responses relating to the travelling community and individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Act as the first point of contact for unauthorised encampments, completing welfare assessments and liaising with County Council departments.
• Deliver day-to-day operations of the Public Realm Enforcement Team, including some weekend and evening work.
• Ensure all actions comply with legislation and the Council's Enforcement Policy, contributing to value-for-money outcomes.
  
  To assist us in delivering the team priorities we are looking for a highly motivated individual with:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle challenging situations professionally.
• Confident decision-making, with the ability to assess situations quickly and take appropriate enforcement action.
• Ability to work independently, manage your own workload, and keep accurate records.
• Good knowledge of relevant legislation or willingness to learn (environmental crime, PSPOs, Byelaws, enforcement procedures).
• Experience or confidence in working with dogs and understanding basic dog behaviour.
• Ability to build effective relationships with residents, partners, and colleagues.
• Flexible and adaptable, able to work evenings/weekends when required and respond to emerging issues.
• Full UK driving licence.
Experience in enforcement, environmental crime, dog control, or public-facing roles is desirable but not essential if you can demonstrate the right attitude and transferable skills.
• Work in a role where your actions make a visible difference to the community.
• Be part of a supportive, experienced team dedicated to public safety.
  
  Cambridge City Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
  
  Benefit from flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and a strong employee wellbeing offer.
Why join us? As well as being part of a supportive team delivering meaningful work that directly impacts our communities, we offer a supportive and rewarding working environment along with a , including:
• Excellent learning and development opportunities supported via a range of sources and methods and, where applicable, recognised through
• Access to the
(LGPS) and Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared AVC) Scheme
• Agile and Flexible working options
• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, rising to 30 days after five years' service, plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time), with the option to purchase additional leave
• Family friendly policies and Flexible Bank Holidays
• Confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and Your Care wellbeing platform
• Staff reward and recognition framework, including an annual staff awards ceremony
• Professional Membership Fees paid for, dependent on role
• Salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work, Gym Membership and Home & Electronics
• Lifestyle Savings with over 750 discounts from the UK's leading retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, attractions and more
• Free swimming at CCC swimming pools
• Subsidy for public transport
• Relocation Assistance may be payable in approved cases
• Annually negotiated pay and award progression
Hours: This is a full-time role, for 37 hours per week. Working Pattern: Monday - Friday and occasional weekend working. Between April to October weekend working on a rota Contract: Permanant Salary: £37,280 - £41,771 per annum (City Pay Band 5)